Parker Messick Emerges as Ace in Standout Rookie Season

Left-hander Parker Messick emerged as the Cleveland Guardians' undisputed ace after securing a spot in the starting rotation during spring training. Making a strong push in the AL Rookie of the Year race and entering the AL Cy Young conversation, Messick ranks third among qualified AL starters in ERA (2.55), third in WHIP (1.04), third in innings pitched (183.1), and fourth in fWAR (4.8) during an incredible rookie campaign.